Bespoke trips

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HAVE THE KERNEL OF AN IDEA FOR A GREAT MULTIDAY TRAIL RUN? A MEANDERING MISSION, OR AN EPIC EXPEDITION?

But don't have the time or wherewithal to make it happen? After all, these things take huge logistics, and all you want to do is run. Let someone else take care of the nitty gritty. Just make sure the food's good, the wine is quality and the bed is comfy, right? And throw in a few quirky extras will you?

Sure. That's what Tour de Trails specialises in: making your dream run a reality. [sorry no road runs - off the beaten  - and definitely way off the bitumen - track only!]

Tour de Trails will listen to your wish list, advise on feasibility, carry out the research necessary and present back an entire trip plan. We can then also handle the actual logistical load and host the trip for you, anywhere in the world. The wilder, the more off piste, the better.

You benefit from experts in the field, trained run guides with wilderness certification, including first aid.

We will:

  • complete all mapping and finesse route finding

  • plan and confirm all logistics

  • compile a tour management plan incl timeline

  • book travel and accommodation

  • vet and hire any local guides or translators required if international

  • recce the route if required (unless your mission is to be a 'first')

  • guide you on the run

  • take care of all catering to a high standard

  • manage any third party contractors (i.e. 4WD access guides, helicopter put in pilots etc)

  • provide first aid management and evac protocols

  • provide creative input to ensure your multiday trail run mission is as memorable as it can be

Clients can be involved in as much or little of the planning process as they wish to be, with the confidence that safety and security is as much a priority as adventure.

For those worried about discussing a 'first' mission or a concept that requires confidentiality, please be assured that all approaches are dealt with under guarantee or privacy. Your idea for the best run in the world, remains yours!

Bespoke tours can be for individuals or for groups of up to 15. We also deal with NGOs, not for profits and charities and can organise fundraising missions on any scale.

Contact us to make your trail run dream a reality.

Group trips and corporate challenge getaways…

We can arrange tours on demand for groups of individuals. Quotes available by request according to group numbers. Ideal for corporate, sport and run groups. Any of our tours can be arranged on demand.

We also have a range of set-plan run locations / tours that can be put on the ground quickly including: 

HUT to HUT, VICTORIAN ALPS
100km, 3-4 days (run) // 4-5 days (walk)
Experience the grandeur of The Man From Snowy River high alpine country! This is one of the most spectacular ridge line runs in Australia tracking along the best part of the Australian Alpine Walking Track. Remote, challenging, with plenty of ascent early on before enjoying the rollercoaster of peak bagging across numerous high points and the infamous Crosscut Saw. Takes in the historic huts of the pioneering era, including the famous Craig’s Hut, as seen in the Man From Snowy River, one of Australia’s most famous films. Starts and finishes at Mt Buller, Victoria’s premier ski and alpine resort.

Sample itinerary here

SURF COAST, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA
Experience the trails of Victoria’s Surf Coast, only an hour and a half from Melbourne but a world away. Stunning coastal trails, inland waterfall gorge routes, and rainforest wonderlands. Distance to request from 10-30km/day. Explores Torquay, Anglesea, Aireys Inlet and Lorne or further afield into the Otways National Park.

Details a sample itinerary (based on a past tour itinerary) here.  

GRAMPIANS, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA 
The Grampians National Park is Alice in Wonderland stuff - huge boulder fields, high points with stunning vistas and lots of technical running. At the base, stay in comfortable lodgings (range of budgets can be catered), and experience the fine food and wine of the Grampians District. Distances to request from 10-30km a day. 

GREAT OCEAN WALK, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA
Four day, 100km
An epic journey along one of Australia’s most famous coastline walks. Inclusive comfortable accommodation, massage and a focus on regional produce. Sample itinerary here. 

OTHER LOCATIONS THAT WE SPECIALISE IN:

  • LORNE WATERFALLS, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA 

  • LARAPINTA, NORTHERN TERRITORY, AUSTRALIA 

  • TASMANIA EAST COAST, AUSTRALIA 

Or surprise us! We have the skills to help you make any trail running dream trip a reality - let us know where you want to go!